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Mike Weaver Receives IBA World Title Belt 21 Years Later for Winning the belt in 1994! July 30, 2015Huge Photos

(JULY 30) Earlier this week on July 28th, the IBA Vice-President Bob Case took the opportunity at the Wild Card Boxing Gym, in Los Angeles, California, along with world famous boxing trainer Freddy Roach, to present Mike Weaver, the IBA Heavyweight World Title belt that he won on June 6, 1994, when he soundly defeated his opponent Ladislao Mijangos. Mike had fought for the IBA, just three months prior to President Dean Chance purchasing the IBA. When Case found out that he had never received a belt, they immediately presented him with one!

Results: Denis Liebau Wins by a Third Round KO
successfully defending his IBA Continental Title; and IBA
Cruiserweight World Champion Mairis Brieidis Wins by a second round
KO over Emre Altintas in
non-title boutJune 30, 2015

The IBA Officials Clinic, authorized by the International Boxing
Association, Dean Chance, President and sponsored by B.O.S.E Promotion
will be conducted in St. Maarten, NA on May 27, 28 & 29. The
schedule includes the following: May 27-Referee Clinic; May 28-Judges
Clinic; and May 29- In-Ring Demonstrations at the event venue.
In consideration of the Officials work schedules, the Clinics will begin
at 7:00 p.m., each evening. Those Officials who attend and complete the
Clinic will be given a Certificate of Completion issued by the
International Boxing Association (IBA).

April 18th, Paramount
Theatre, Huntington, New York: In the main event of Star Boxing's 18th
edition of its exciting Rockin Fights series Mastic/Shirley, Long Island
heavy handed "The Irish Bomber" Joe Smith Jr. claimed the IBA
Continental Americas Light Heavyweight Title scoring a punishing second
round stoppage of Newark, New Jersey's rugged veteran Cory "Black Ice"
Cummings. Full
Story

Flash From the
Past! Johnny Tapia And IBA Vice-President Bob
Case Showing their world title championship rings
March 12, 2015

(MAR 12) A great flash from the past in Las Vegas,
Nevada, when Johnny Tapia was fighting for the IBA
Bantamweight title. This is a pre-fight photo of IBA
Vice-President Bob Case with Johnny Tapia showing off their
World Title Championship rings.

Mairis Briedis
Keeps the IBA World Title Belt in 12 Rounds in
Liepaja!
November 18, 2014

(NOV 18) In an excellent IBA Cruiserweight World
Championship in sold out Olympic Stadium in Liepaja, Latvia,
on November 14, 2014 in Latvia, Liepaja, at the
Liepaja Olympic Arena, promoted by Biggers Better, Inc. and
LIVE on Eurosport, in the mainliner, Mairis Briedis, 91,100
kg, successfully defended his IBA cruiserweight world title
against Ismael Abdoul, 91,600 kg, of Belgium. The two will be
fighting 12 rounds/three minute rounds. Briedis won by
points. IBA main referee - Mr. Steve Smoger,
USA.

IBA Champions throughout the Years; the
Federation continues to be a powerful force in the sport!
by Sue TL Fox
September 7, 2014

(SEPT 7) Throughout the many years that the
International Boxing Association has been in existence they
have had many top champions that include some of the most
noted men and women professional boxers past and present in
the sport.
In the past, the IBA has crowned boxers, i.e., Oscar De La
Hoya, who know promotes the sport with Golden Boy
Promotions; Sugar Shane Mosley, who defeated De La Hoya for
an IBA Title; Beibut Shumenov; Roy Jones Jr.; Fernando Vargas in
2001; Antonio Tarver; Roberto Duran; Glen Johnson;
Calvin Brock; Oliver "Atomic Bull" McCall; Laila
"She Bee Stingin" Ali...Full
Story

Joel Tambwe Djeko Won by
a First Round KO over Franck Bluemle for the IBA
Cruiserweight Intercontinental Title
June 28, 2014

(JUNE
28) On June 20, 2014, at the Tolhuis Arena,
Gent, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium, Joel Tambwe Djeko, now
7-1-1 (3KO), of Belgium won the IBA Cruiserweight
Intercontinental Title, by a first round KO over Franck
Bluemle, 9-1-2 (6KO). The event
was broadcast live on Eurosport, as part of a series of
promotion that will be organized by the BB team in 2014.
Referee: Steve Smoger.

History is made again as Bernard Hopkis Defeats Shumenov April 20, 2014

WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 20, 2014)
-
Bernard "The Alien" Hopkins (55-6-2, 32 KOs), at 49-years-old, made
history once again on Saturday night. He is now the oldest man to
unify a boxing world championship and the oldest fighter to defend a world
title-besting his own record-as he defeated Beibut Shumenov (14-2, 9
KOs) via split decision to become the Unified Light Heavyweight World
Champion. Judges Dave Moretti and Jerry Roth scored the fight 116-111 for
the future Hall of Famer while Gustavo Padilla scored the bout 114-113 for
Shumenov. Boxing's elder statesman, Hopkins was calm and confident
throughout the fight, enforcing ring generalship against Shumenov who was
never able to figure out a game plan to score. Shumenov, who is
self-trained, threw very few combinations, and did not press the pace.
Hopkins, on the other hand, dazzled with his timing, counterpunching and, at
times, showmanship. In the 11th round, Hopkins landed a short right hand
that sent Shumenov to the canvas for the fifth time in his career.

CALIFORNIA (April 5, 2014) - Tonight at the Cache Creek Casino, Bruno "The
Aloha Kid" Escalante (13-1-1, 6 KOs) successfully defended his IBA
Super-Flyweight title with a unanimous decision victory against a game
Victor Ruiz (12-3, 9 KOs). Escalante vs Ruiz was presented by Don Chargin
Productions, Paco Presents Boxing and Cache Creek Casino Resort. In the
early rounds, Ruiz pressed the action and won a few rounds before Escalante
got into his grove. Escalante made the proper adjustments in the middle
rounds and used superior boxing skills and defense to confuse Ruiz as he
took the lead going into the final two rounds. Ruiz tried to make a final
push but Escalante dug deep and finished strong. Escalante hurt his hand in
round 2 and fought with his right hand for most of the fight. Scorecards
read 98-92, 97-93, and 96-94 all in favor for Escalante. "This was a
tough fight but I made the proper adjustments to come out on top," said
Escalante. "Ruiz is a warrior but he never hurt me except when I busted my
left hand in the second round, but that came from me hitting him. My
cornermen Brian Schwartz and Mike Bazzel gave me great advice. They told me
to use my jab and stay relaxed. My defense was on point tonight and I was in
great shape. I will go to the hospital tonight to get an x-ray of my hand.
I'm hoping to return to the ring as soon as I get cleared from the doctor. I
want to thank my team for this victory." "Bruno did what he had to do to get
the victory," said Manager Herb Stone. "I'm very satisfied that Bruno was
able to make the adjustment needed to win this fight. The prognosis of his
hand injury will give me an idea of when he'll be able to return. If it's
not too bad I will get him back in the ring in the summer."

IBA
Super Flyweight Champion Bruno Escalante to Make First Title Defense
This Saturday
April 2, 2014

CALIFORNIA (April 2, 2014) - After an astonishing 2013 where he went 5-0 and
captured the IBA Super-Flyweight title, Bruno "The Aloha Kid" Escalante
(12-1-1, 6 KOs) makes his first title defense against Victor Ruiz (12-2, 9
KOs). Escalante is eager to face Ruiz as the bout is scheduled for this
Saturday April 5, 2014 at the Cache Creek Casino in Brooks California.
Escalante believes he'll be victorious but is not looking past Ruiz who has
an impressive knock out ratio. Bruno feels a victory against Ruiz will lead
him to bigger fights in the near future. "This is a very important fight for
me," said Escalante. "Ruiz is a power puncher who is going to be putting a
lot of pressure on me. I've been training real hard for this fight and I
believe I have the better boxing skills. A win will get me one step closer
to fighting bigger names in my division. My energy is focused on beating
Ruiz." Escalante's manager, Herb Stone, see's some big fights right around
the corner for Bruno should he win his fight with Ruiz. "Bruno is
having a nice run right now." said Herb Stone. "I want to keep the momentum
going and hopefully get him in there with some other champions. First we
have to successful in defeating Victor Ruiz." Escalante vs Ruiz and
Mendez vs Perez headlines a night of world-class professional championship
boxing presented by Don Chargin Productions, Paco Presents Boxing and Cache
Creek Casino Resort. Doors open at 5:00 pm, the first bell rings at 6:00 pm.
Tickets, priced at $65, $95 and $125, are on sale now and available for
purchase at www.Cachecreek.com, www.Tickets.com and
www.PacoPresentsBoxing.com.

Flash From the Past with the IBA
April 1, 2014

(APR 1) The IBA recently discovered a couple of Flash from the Past
photographs of Roberto Duran, wearing the IBA t-shirt, and the IBA Vice
President Bob Case. The photograph was taken before the Duran vs, Vinnie
Pazienza when they fought for the IBA Super Middleweight world title. In a
second Flash from the Past photo, it is of Bob VP President Case [left]; IBA
President Dean Chance; and Alana Case, at the Bruce Trampler's Hall of Fame
Induction.

CEBU, PHILIPPINES -Last night in Cebu, Philippines at the at SAC Awards
(Sportswriters Association of Cebu) held at the Ayala Activity Center, Bruno
Escalante was honored for his astonishing 2013 boxing accomplishments, where
he went 5-0 and captured the IBA super-flyweight world title. The SAC Awards
honor the best athletes born in Cebu. Veteran sportswriter Quinito Henson
will be the guest of honor.
"I'm very grateful to be recognized by the SAC panel for my recent success
in boxing last year," said Escalante. "The people of Cebu are very close to
my heart as I still have a lot of family there. Cebu will always be on my
mind each and every time I step in the ring. I pray for continued success in
boxing. It's a blessing to be receiving this award. I want to thank my team
and everyone who's been supporting me on my journey to be the best fighter
in my division."

(FEB 18) REDWOOD CITY, CA - With less than a couple of
weeks away from his 2014 debut, IBA Super-Flyweight
champion, Bruno Escalante (11-1-1, 5 KOs) talks about his
training camp, being awarded 2013 Nor-Cal Fighter of the
Year, and his upcoming fight against Lorenzo Trejo (33-28-1,
20 KOs) at Fox Theatre in Redwood City, California, February
28th. How has training camp coming along?Bruno:
Everything is going great. I have a fabulous team of coaches
I'm surrounded by on a daily basis. My boxing coach Brian
Schwartz and strength and conditioning mentor Mike Bazzel
are pushing me every day. Sprint coach Remi Korchemny is
working on my explosion. Victor Conte provides me with the
best nutrition and supplements. I'm with the best team in
boxing. Full Story

SAN ANTONIO - TEXAS - Tonight at the Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas,
and televised on SHOWTIME, World Boxing Association (WBA) Super and International Boxing
Association (IBA) Light Heavyweight World Champion Beibut Shumenov, now (14-1,
9
KO's) successfully defended his titles for the fifth time, winning by a
third round TKO over Tamas Kovac, who was undefeated going into the fight
and has suffered his first loss as a professional boxer.
Shumenov (13-1, 8 KO’s) made his Golden Boy Promotions debut this night.

SAN CARLOS, CA (November 26, 2013) - Super-Flyweight Bruno Escalante
(10-1-1, 5KOs) is gearing up for the biggest fight of his career as he
prepares to battle Michael Ruiz (9-3, 3 KOs) of Fresno California for the
IBA Super-Flyweight championship. The 10-round bout is set to happen on
December 7th at the Sports House in Escalante's hometown of Redwood City
California. Escalante, a California resident by way of Cebu, Philippines,
is fully prepared to give his fans a night to remember. With less than two
weeks away, Escalante comments on his training camp and future plans if
victorious. "Training camp has been very difficult," said Escalante. "Ruiz
is a southpaw so I have to be super focused on circling the right way. I'm
happy with the way training camp has been going. I've done
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Comanche Boy Visits with Local Media in Open
Work OutOctober 2, 2013

Fans and local media gathered yesterday at the Comanche Nation Fitness
Center to witness "Comanche Boy" George Tahdooahnippah's final training
preparation for his IBA Contiental Americas Middleweight clash with tough
veteran, Thomas Brown (15-4-1) of South Carolina. Tahdooahnippah is eager to
get back in the ring since suffering his first loss of his 31-1-1
professional boxing career. "I am honored to be fighting back at
home. A lot was learned since my last fight and I want to show my people
that I am back and I will prevail with victory," said Tahdooahnippah.
Weigh-in: The official weigh-in for the event will be at 6pm Thursday,
October 3rd at the Comanche Nation Casino in Lawton, OK. For directions or
more information call 580-354-2000. Fight night: Tahdooahnippah will
battle Brown in a ten round main event for the IBA Continental Americas
Middleweight Title, during "Punch Out," an evening of boxing promoted by Joe
DeGuardia's Star Boxing at the Comanche Nation Casino. Advance tickets
priced at $20 for General Admission ($25 at the door) can be purchased
through Ticket-E-Split ticket-e-split.com or through the Comanche Nation
Casino, phone (580) 354-2000. VIP tables are available for purchase at
$2500 per table. Each table includes ten seats with free food, beer, soda,
water, $100 free play, and a gift bag per seat.The Comanche Nation Casino is
located at 402 SE Interstate Drive in Lawton, Oklahoma; 73501.Doors on the
evening of the event will open at 6:00p.m. with the first bell at 7:00 p.m.
Guests must be 18 years or older to attend.

Title Clashes set for Gretna Heritage - October 3, 2013!
September 6, 2013

(SEPT 6) GRETNA, LA – The Gretna Heritage Festival will rock when Les
Bonano Inc. and Cox Communications bring championship boxing to town for
Rumble on the River. The main event will feature New Orleans, LA’s
undefeated pugilist, Marcus McDaniel, as the 10W-0L contender aims to
continue his unbeaten record by securing the IBA Americas Middleweight
Championship in a clash with Jean Baptiste from Tampa, FL, 7W-3L-5D.
Tiffany Junot of Algiers Point, LA, 10W-3L-1D-6KO’s, will seek to extend her
WBC World Champion title reign with a win over Rachel Clark from Washington,
DC, 6W-6L-1D, in a bout sure to bring the rumble to the river. Gretna, LA’s
very own WIBA-rated Sydney LeBlanc, 4W-1D, will lace up against Tiffany
Woodard from North Carolina, 4W-6L, for the IBA Americas Championship
in a hometown clash for the title. Expect plenty of heavy hitting when
Heavyweight Ahror Muralimov...Full
Story

Paul Mendez to defend his title
against Dashon Johnson at the Fox Theater in Redwood City,
California
July 9, 2013
Photo: Boxrec

(JULY 3) On Monday there was a press conference held for the "Big fight
2", that was held at U.S. Cellular Field in Chicago, home of the
Chicago White Sox, to discuss "The Big Fight 2", taking place on Friday,
August 16, 2013. "The Promoters" and many of the principle fighters were on
hand to discuss the history-making ESPN Friday Night Fights-televised night
of world-class boxing, headlined by the highly anticipated return of
Chicago's Polish Prince, IBO Light Heavyweight World Champion Andrzej
Fonfara, battling former world champion Gabriel "EL Chico Guapo" Campillo of
Madrid, Spain in a scheduled twelve rounder. Also featured will be the
"Can't Miss" heavyweight rematch of Artur 'The Pin" Szpilka of Wieliczka,
Poland and Chicago's "Merciless" Mike Mollo, scheduled for ten rounds. The IBA's Jr. Welterweight Continental Champion MARK SALSER will be on
this card to defend his title against Adrian Granados. According
to the promoters, the last time a Chicago baseball stadium hosted a
professional boxing card was on Sept. 25, 1962, when Sonny Liston knocked
out Floyd Patterson in the first round to win the world heavyweight
championship at Comiskey Park, the former home of the Chicago White Sox.
"Chicago used to be the greatest fight town in the world, and we want to
make it that way again," said Frank Mugnolo of Round 3 Productions, one of
the promoters of the card. "My father went to the last great fight at
Comiskey Park back in 1962 when Sonny Liston knocked out Floyd Patterson."
Starting at $32, tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster by calling (800)
745-3000 or online at ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased
through the U.S. Cellular Field Box Office and through 8 Count Productions,
(312) 226-5800. Full Details with
Photos [Warrior's Promotions] Report
by Dan Rafael of ESPN

(MAY 17) Last night on a Roy Englebrecht Promotions
show, on the Rumble On The Range IV boxing show, at Lakeside Golf Club in Burbank,
California, Alexander Flores, now 13-0 (11KO), won by a fourth
round TKO over Keith Barr, 10-3, of Pittsburgh. Flores won
the IBA Americas Heavyweight title.

Holly Holm Retains IBA Belt
May 12, 2013

(MAY 12) ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Last night at the Route 66 Casino Hotel, in
Albuquerque, New Mexico, and promoted by Fresquez Productions, Holly "The Preachers Daughter" Holm (33-2-3, 9 KOs),
successfully defended her junior welterweight IBA World title belt.
Holm won by a 10-round unanimous decision.

Holly Holm Wins IBA World Welterweight TitleJune 15, 2012

Tonight at the Route 66 Casino Hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico,
Holly "The Preacher's Daughter" won a 10-round unanimous decision over
defending IBA World Welterweight Champion Anne Sophie Mathis, and Holm
becoming our new champion.
IBA President
Dean Chance entered the ring to crown the new champion.

Weigh-in: Holm vs. Mathis IIJune 14, 2012

Today at the weigh-in that took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico,
both boxers, Anne Sophie Mathis, 145.5, and Holly Holm, 146,
made weight to fight for the IBA World welterweight belt. Mathis is
our current champion and she will be defending her title. Both boxers
looked very fit, and the weigh-in went very smoothly. IBA President
Dean Chance was introduced and called up to the podium to say a few words
about tomorrow night's fight.

LAS VEGAS (June 2, 2012) - IBA Light Heavyweight World Champion Beibut
Shumenov (13-1, 8 KO's) battered a game Enrique Ornelas (33-87, 21 KO's)
from the opening bell en route to dominant victory by unanimous decision at
The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Shumenov
revealed after the fight that he had injured his right forearm 10 days ago
during a sparring session. It didn't prevent him, however, from pitching a
complete shutout, winning each round on all three judges' scorecards in the
12-round main event. Shumenov was the aggressor, throwing hard rights to the
head and body, especially effective were his well timed uppercuts. Ornelas
was unable to counter Shumenov, who threw powerful combinations and then
avoided Ornelas' late counters.Shumenov's advisor, Hall of Fame promoter Don
Chargin, said that he will sit down next week with Shumenov to discuss his
next fight. "We have three great offers from Kessler, Hopkins and Cleverly,"
Chargin noted.

The IBA GYM has been
undergoing major changes in the last year. TONY RILA, has had three different artists come in and paint beautiful murals on the walls of the
gym. It
took about a year to finish the murals that not only pay tribute to many of the top
world-class boxers in the sport but many noted people in the sport, i.e, Don King, Bob Arum,
and many more. The gym was originally developed by RILA who decided to have a
personal gym on his estate for IBA boxing champions and his personal friends.
Tony got the idea to have a gym when he had visited the famous Prince Ranch and
decided that he would like to also have one on his property. The property lies
on 1.5 acres with beautiful trees and scenery, in a quiet setting. It took Tony
three months to get the gym completed. The gym is equipped exclusively with
Everlast boxing equipment, that includes a 20 foot boxing ring and all necessary
boxing equipment that is needed for the champions. The gym is a personal
contribution that Rila enjoyed participating in for his love of boxing. He
collects autographed boxing gloves and memorabilia. In the office of the gym,
he has over 300 signed boxing gloves from many of the past and current world
champions. RILA has the IBA estate and gym for sale on the market. If you
are interested,
tonyrila@yahoo.com!

Joe Hanks successfully
Defends IBA Title
February 5, 2012

Boxing fans in Albany, New York turned out in droves on Saturday night as
Star Boxing presented "KO AT THE TU" at the Times Union Center. "We're very
pleased with the supportive crowd who saw some great fights and truly had an
entertaining evening. Our next date here in Albany at the Times Union Center
will be on Saturday, April 28th," said Joe DeGuardia, President of Star
Boxing. In front of a loud and supportive crowd approaching 4,000,
heavyweight contender Joe "The Future " Hanks defended his IBA Americas
Title over monstrous Cuban Rafael Pedro. The 28-year-old Hanks took
the fight right at the 6'7" Pedro, pressuring the giant with piston like
jabs and crunching body shots, easily winning the opening stanza. The
assault continued in the second round when the proceedings ended abruptly.
With Pedro attempting to fend off Hanks, he fell to the canvas after
attempting a right hook. Suffering from an apparent dislocated right
shoulder, Pedro informed the referee he was unable to continue and the bout
was stopped at the 0:48 mark of the round. With the win, Hanks of Newark,
New Jersey improved his perfect record to 19-0 with thirteen stoppages while
Pedro fell to 21-10-1 (15KO's).

Joe "The Future" Hanks to
defend his IBA Heavyweight Title
February 2, 2012

ALBANY, NY (February 2, 2012) A huge crowd of media and fans crowded into
Exhibition Hall at The Times Union Center in Albany, New York on Thursday
afternoon as Star Boxing held a final press conference for "KO AT THE TU" an
evening of world class professional boxing set for this Saturday night,
February 4th. Both main event participants, Joe "The Future" Hanks and
monstrous Cuban Rafael Pedro expressed full confidence heading into their
ten round heavyweight battle for Hank's IBA Heavyweight World Title.
On Friday, February 3rd at 4:30pm, fans are invited to the Official Public
Weigh-In where the fighters on the six-bout card will face-off for the final
time prior to their scheduled bouts. The weigh-in will take place at
the Hampton Inn and Suites located at 25 Chapel Street in Albany. Finally,
on Fight Night, Saturday, February 4th at 6:30pm, doors will open at the
Times Union Center with the first bell at 7:30pm. Following the main event,
fans are welcome to stay at the Times Union Center where they can
participate as extras in the filming of "The Challenger", a major motion
picture which will use the arena for its final boxing scenes. Advance
tickets, priced at $30, $40, $50 and $75, are available through
Ticketmaster, (Ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000) or at the Times Union Center
Box Office, (timesunioncenter-albany.com), and at all local Wal-Mart Music
Centers. Tickets are also available by calling Star Boxing at 718-823-2000
or on their website starboxing.com.

IBA
Vice President Bob Case and Evander Holyfield to be on Discovery
Channel
January 31, 2012

(JAN 31) Be sure to tune into the DISCOVERY CHANNEL tonight at 5:00 p.m.
to 6:00 p.m. PST, when the IBA Vice President Bob Case, and Evander Holy
field will be featured on the show. They will be showing Case's house with
all of the extensive memorabilia that he has, and also Evander Holyfield's
house.

LAS VEGAS (January 3, 2012) - Hall of
Fame promoter Don Chargin, advisor for WBA and IBA light heavyweight
World champion Beibut Shumenov, has responded to a press release issued
by Frank Warren Promotions that claimed Shumenov turned down a
unification offer to fight WBO titlist Nathan Cleverly. The press
release announced that Cleverly will be defending his WBO title February
25 against Tommy Karpency in Wales. It also claimed: An offer went to
WBA title-holder Beibut Shumenov to face Cleverly, but he said he would
not be ready in time - although it could happen later this year.
Back in November, Chargin reached out to Warren, after reading stories
that Cleverly was interested in a unification fight against Beibut.
Chargin spoke twice to Warren's matchmaker, Dean Powell, but Don didn't
hear back until he received an email yesterday. Full
Story

News Buzz: IBA World Junior
Middleweight Champion Delvin Rodriguez Officially
Welcomed to the City of Danbury, Connecticut!
December 27, 2011

The City of Danbury, in Connecticut, welcomed home its newest champion,
IBA World Junior Middleweight Champion
Delvin Rodriguez this past Thursday night at Danbury Billiards.
There were over 200 boxing fans in attendance that packed into the
establishment, as Mayor Mark Boughton welcomed Delvin home from his
unanimous decision victory over Pawel Wolak on the undercard of Cotto
- Margarito at Madison Square Garden on December 3rd. The bout was a rematch
of their classic battle earlier in the year. Mayor Boughton officially
declared December 22, 2011 as Delvin Rodriguez Day in Danbury Ct.
State Senator Michael McLachlan was also on hand to present Rodriguez
with an award from the Connecticut State Senate as well. Additionally, last
week Rodriguez received other accolades as Sports Illustrated and Ring8
announced that the first epic fight between Rodriguez and Wolak was voted
the 'Fight of the Year' for 2011.

NYC, NY December 3....Before a raucous crowd of over 4000 people at the
famed Madison Square Garden, combatants Delvin Rodriguez and Pawel Wolak
weighed in for their highly anticipated rematch tonight on the undercard of
the Miguel Cotto-Antonio Margarito fight with over 20,000 expected to attend
the sold out Madison Square Garden. Rodriguez weighed in first at a
fit and ready 153 pounds while Wolak scaled in at slightly higher 153.5.
The first fight between these 2 warriors took place earlier this year, July
15th, at nearby Roseland Ballroom and is the frontrunner for "Fight of the
Year" honors. The bout is co-promoted by Top Rank and Joe DeGuardia's
Star Boxing and is part of the Pay-Per-View telecast which will begin at
9:00pm EST.

(JULY 30) Last night WBA and IBA World
Light Heavyweight Champion Beibut Shumenov, 175, unloaded a
23-punch explosion on three-time world title challenger Danny Santiago,
173, in the ninth round, when the fight was stopped by referee
Tony Weeks, in tonight’s main event that aired live on TeleFutura’s
“Sólo Boxeo Tecate” from South Point Hotel Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“I didn’t count the punches,” Shumenov said after the fight, “but I
could have thrown more.” Shumenov (12-1, 8 KOs) systematically
broke-down a game Santiago (31-5-1, 19 KOs), WBA No. 15, using his jab
and going to the body in the early rounds. “It definitely wasn’t like I
expected,” Shumenov commented about the start of his third successful
title fight. “He specifically prepared for my style. I knew he was tough
but not that tough. He’s durable and can s. Full
Story

Joe Hanks Captures the
IBA Heavyweight Title of the Americas
July 25, 2011

Undefeated
heavyweight, Joe “The Future” Hanks (17-0, 11 KOs) defeated a very game Alfredo
Escelera Jr. (18-3, 12 KOs) over the course of ten hard fought rounds. The bout
would take place at the Hunts Point Produce Market in the Bronx, New York. The
fight provided much entertainment as both men gave great accounts of themselves
with Hanks showing his class throughout. It was the first annual “Knock Out
Cancer” event promoted by Joe DeGuardia.

LAS VEGAS – KZ Event Productions announces that
International Boxing Association Light Heavyweight World Champion Beibut
Shumenov will make his third title defense July 29, showcased on TeleFutura’s
Solo Boxeo Tecate show, live from South Point Hotel Casino in Las Vegas. “Fire &
Fury,” headlined by the WBA/IBA championship showdown between Shumenov (11-1, 7
KOs) and challenger Danny “The Bronx Bomber” Santiago, is being promoted by KZ
Event Productions. Shumenov and his brother, Chingis, own and operate the Las
Vegas-based KZ Event Productions. Full
Story

It’s not always about the quantity but rather the quality
of a boxing card that makes it stand out in a spectator’s
mind. This past Friday, April 1, 2011, boxing fans bore
witness to a sensational four-fight card at the Rio - Las
Vegas. Crown Boxing headed by long-time boxing promoter,
Frank Lucca put together a back-and-forth show that featured
the brightest up and coming prospects within the Las Vegas
area. The main event pitted UNLV’s Henry Namauu (9-4,
5 KOs) vs. Victor Barragan (12-6, 3 KOs) in what was a
rematch from their initial 2009 encounter. Both
cruiserweight combatants would exchange vicious blows over
the first six rounds attempting to gain control of the prize
fight. It was the type of fight that was considered a
coin-flip after the mid-way point....Full
Story

On April 1, 2011, at the at The Rio All-Suites Hotel & Casino,
Las Vegas, Nevada, in the Pavilion/Convention Center, in the Main
Event IBA Cruiserweight Championship (Of The Americas) Henry Namauu
(Las Vegas, NV.) will fight Victor Barragan (Oxnard, CA.). The Press
Conference will take place on Wednesday March 30th, Time 12 Noon
Weigh In on Thursday March 31st , Time 5 PM. Tickets on sale soon,
Tickets can be purchased Starting at $30 Reserved. For Information
Call The Crown Boxing Hotline Sponsored by metroPCS Wireless for All
702-504-0423.

Mexico: Triple-header of IBA Title Fights on February 19, 2011
February 10, 2011

(FEB 10) On Saturday, February 19, 2011, three IBA world title fights
will take place at the Arena Poliforum Zamna in Merida, Yucatan Mexico. The
main event will feature IBA junior welterweight champion, Silverio Ortiz who
will be making his hometown appearance and second defense of the prestigious
IBA title against exciting contender, Efren “Huracan” Hinojosa of Mexico
City, Mexico. In the co-feature, Bantamweight sensation and hometown hero
Jose Silveira will be locking horns with Sinaloa slugger, Juan Jose Beltran.
Both men face a crossroads bout as they will battle for the vacant IBA
Bantamweight title.Fast-rising super featherweight Jorge Perez from Mexico City, Mexico is
looking to continue his winning ways as he faces off against veteran Edgar Riovalle for the vacant 130 pound IBA title. It is a highly anticipated
match-up as both men look to crown themselves as the best super
featherweight fighters based out of Mexico City. total of seven bouts
will be featured on Saturday, February 19 including undefeated junior
middleweight Ricky Concha and a rebounding Ruben Garcia. Tickets are
available at the following phone numbers (999) 922-6546 or (999) 305-7212.

James Toney Media Teleconference
QuotesFebruary 4, 2011

A media teleconference was held on Wednesday, February 2, 2011, to
discuss the return to boxing of former middleweight, super middleweight,
light heavyweight and cruiserweight champion James "Lights Out" Toney.
On Thursday, February 24, at the San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino in San
Bernardino, California, The Empire Sports and Entertainment will proudly
present the next installment of their "Fight Night in America" series,
this time featuring Toney (72-6-3, 44 KOs) defending his IBA Heavyweight
Championship against Topeka, Kansas, veteran "Dangerous" Damon Reed
(45-14, 32 KOs) in the Fox Sports televised 12-round main event. Tickets
for Fight Night in America are available at the San Manuel Indian Bingo
& Casino box office, ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.
They are priced between $40 and $70. The San Manuel Indian Bingo &
Casino Box Office is located on the main casino level, inside the gift
shop. For more information, call the box office at 1-800-359-2464 ext:
2832...Full
Story

Toney To Defend his IBA Title on February 24
January 27, 2011

(JAN 27) On Thursday, February 24, at the San Manuel Indian Bingo &
Casino in San Bernardino, California, The Empire Sports and Entertainment
will proudly present the next installment of their "Fight Night in America"
series, this time featuring the return to boxing of all-time-great champion
James "Lights Out" Toney (72-6-3, 44 KOs). The former middleweight, super
middleweight, light heavyweight and cruiserweight champion will be defending
his IBA Heavyweight Championship against Topeka, Kansas, veteran "Dangerous"
Damon Reed (45-14, 32 KOs) in the Fox Sports televised 12-round main
event."We're thrilled to be working with the San Manuel Indian Bingo &
Casino and to be able to bring the fans in attendance, as well as the
national television audience, the return of such a great champion in James
Toney," said The Empire Sports and Entertainment President, Greg Cohen.
Considered a defensive wizard and a throwback to boxing's glory days, Toney
was last seen in a boxing ring in September 2009 when he stopped Matthew
Greer in two rounds. Toney won the IBA Heavyweight Championship in December
2008 with a split decision over perennial top contender Fres Oquendo.
According to Cohen, Toney is the perfect fighter to headline their first
show at the San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino. "Not only is his fighting
style like watching a daredevil walk a tightrope, but outside the ring he's
such a colorful personality. There is never a dull moment with James and he
is an amazing talent, beloved by fans all over the world."
Tickets for Fight Night in America are available at the San Manuel Indian
Bingo & Casino box office, ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.
They are priced between $40 and $70. The San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino
Box Office is located on the main casino level, inside the gift shop. For
more information, call the box office at 1-800-359-2464 ext: 2832 or visit
sanmanuel.com.

Shumenov Camp
Notes from KazakhstanDecember 29, 2010

(DEC 29) Shymkent, Kazakhstan - WBA and
IBA Light Heavyweight World Champion Beibut Shumenov (10-1, 6 KOs) has
been preparing for the biggest fight in his very short, but storied
career, training for "The Unification," his Jan. 8, 2011 blockbuster
boxing event first at Team Barry Boxing in Henderson, Nevada with his
head trainer and 1984 Olympic Silver Medalist Kevin Barry, and now in
Shymkent. Full Story

Los Angeles (Dec. 12, 2010) - Goossen
Tutor Promotions and KZ Event Productions announced today that WBA and
IBA World Champion Beibut Shumenov and WBO World Champion Juergen
Braehmer will meet in a Light Heavyweight World Championship Unification
showdown January 8, 2011 at the Ice Mansion in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
Shumenov, a native of Shymkent, who now fights out of Las Vegas, owns
and operates KZ Event Productions along with his brother, Chingis and is
promoted by Goossen Full
Story

(DEC 5) Before a standing room only crowd at Bally's in Atlantic City
last night, Ghana's Ayi Bruce, upset hometown favorite Shamone "The Truth"
Alvarez and in the process picked up the Vacant IBA Continental Welterweight
Title winning a majority decision over ten exciting and action packed
rounds. Alvarez-Bruce headlined a seven bout card promoted by Joe
DeGuardia's Star Boxing. In the end Bruce was awarded a close majority
decision, winning by scores of 97-93, 95-94, while the third judge had it
dead even at 95-95. With the win Bruce improves to 18-3, 12KO's while
Alvarez drops to 21-3, 12KO's.

(NOV 25) Former World number one and
World title challenger Dmitriy 'Star of David' Salita has flown current
IBO International Welterweight champion and IBF World number ten Ashley
'Treasure' Theophane out to New York to help him prepare for his IBA
Title challenge against former World Champion 'Mighty' Mike Anchondo on
December 16th in Brooklyn, New York. Full Story

Dmitriy
Salita vs Mike Anchondo for the IBA Welterweight Title
November 5, 2010

The excitement is mounting for the upcoming IBA World Welterweight Title
fight against Mike "Mighty" Anchondo (30-3, 19KO) on December 16 at
Roseland Ballroom in New York City. In this issue, you will find
out more about Dmitriy's preparation for his upcoming fight with help from
legendary trainer Emanuel Steward. Tickets are priced at: General
Admission $40, Ringside $75 & $125 and VIP $175. Tickets are available
at WWW.DSALITA.COM , by calling 917-440-3278. What a
difference a year makes. In 2009 an unbeaten Dmitriy "The Star of David
Salita traveled to England to challenge WBA Junior-Welterweight Champion
Amir Khan only to be stopped in a round. Fast forward to the present; now he
is back with a win and a chance to become the IBA Welterweight Champion when
he takes on former world champion Mike Anchondo.

Ortiz to Defend his IBA Title on October 16!
August 30, 2010 test

(AUG 30) IBA's
Super Lightweight world champion Jose Silverio Ortiz is set to defend his
title on October 16, 2010, in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. Ortiz will be
fighting Elvin Perez of Costa Rica.

Sherman Oaks, CA (July 21,
2010) – The countdown has begun--and undefeated Viacheslav Uzelkov (22-0,
14 KOs) of Vinitza, Ukraine will take on IBA/WBA Light Heavyweight Champion
Beibut Shumenov (9-1, 6 KOs) in the scheduled 12-round main event of the
ESPN2 "Friday Night Fights" (10pm ET/7pm PT). "Shumenov is certainly
talented but doesn't have the experience needed to maintain champion status.
I have complete confidence that I will exit the ring on Friday night as the
WBA [IBA] Light Heavyweight Champion. My flawless record says it all, it
more that doubles his, so I am just going to keep doing what I have been
doing. I'm going to win and take this title home."

Today: Press Conference
Open to the Public - Holm -Clampitt Main Event!
June 29, 2010

(JUNE 29) WBAN has been notified via press release that Holly
Holm will be fighting Jaime Clampitt on August 6, 2010 for the IBA
junior welterweight World Title. The press conference
that is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC will be held at the Hard Rock Hotel and
Casino Bingo Showroom on TODAY, at 2:00 p.m. [This casino was
formerly called the Isleta)..Full
Story

(JUNE 22) At the Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino, in
Lemoore, California, on July 23, 2010, Beibut Shumenov will be defending his IBA Lt.
Heavyweight title when he fights Vyacheslav Uzelkov in a 12-round bout.
President Dean Chance will be at this event.

Timur Ibragimov won by
TKO for the vacant Heavyweight Intercontinental Title
February 9, 2010

(FEB 9) On the February 6th Moscow show at the Acquarium Hotel, and
promoted by Yuri Federov, the main event was Ibragimov vs. Tamim for the
vacant IBA continental heavyweight title. Tamim went down in the first round
but gave a very good effort in the 2nd going after Ibragimov at times. Tamim
went down twice in the third and the fight was stopped at the time of 2:15
in the 3rd. The Acquarium Hotel is a beautiful facility with outstanding
food the Yuri Federov's hospitality was first rate. The show was televised
throughout Russia. Soruce: Referee Jon Schorle

New Photos of additional
paintings in the IBA
Gym!
January 26, 2010
Photos by Rick Pineda

(JAN 26) The IBA has
just added additional photos of the IBA gym that has undergone a beautiful makeover when Tony Rila of the IBA
flew in a fantastic artist who created artwork on all of the walls of the
IBA Boxing Gym that is located in Las Vegas, Nevada! Flash Photo Slideshow of the artwork

LOS ANGELES, January 10 – On Friday, January 29, KZ Event Productions
and Golden Boy Promotions are pleased to present an evening of world
championship boxing when they present “Fight Night With De La Hoya and
Hopkins: Campillo vs. Shumenov II” at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel &
Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. In the 12-round main event, Spain’s Gabriel
Campillo will defend his WBA Light Heavyweight World Title against Las
Vegas resident Beibut Shumenov....Full
Story